Overview
THE KNOX SCHOOL is a progressive, co-ed, independent, college preparatory boarding and day school located on 40 acres of serene waterfront property along the North Shore of Long Island, New York. Just minutes from Manhattan, our small yet diverse student body represents more than 20 countries and attracts students from local Long Island communities, the tri-state area, and across the U.S.
Founded in 1904, The Knox School is Long Island’s oldest established private school. Our inclusive environment serves grades 6-12 and Post-Graduate. A Knox education provides superior college preparatory academics and boundless experiences with interest-driven clubs, hands-on service learning, multidisciplinary opportunities in the Visual & Performing Arts, and a nationally-competitive Athletics program. Whether you are an aspiring engineer or equestrian, artist or architect, performer or physicist, a Knox education unlocks every student’s potential and prepares them for success after high school.
Founded in 1904, The Knox School is Long Island’s oldest established private school. Our inclusive environment serves grades 6-12 and Post-Graduate. A Knox education provides superior college preparatory academics and boundless experiences with interest-driven clubs, hands-on service learning, multidisciplinary opportunities in the Visual & Performing Arts, and a nationally-competitive Athletics program. Whether you are an aspiring engineer or equestrian, artist or architect, performer or physicist, a Knox education unlocks every student’s potential and prepares them for success after high school.
Matriculation
Academics
Extracurricular Activities
Community
Reviews
Chinese Student Mgmt
Boarding Grades: 6-12
Co-ed
Suburban
ESL: Yes
Tuition:
$60,000
# of Students:
156
Teacher:Student:
1:6
International Student:
30%
AP Courses:
32
Endowment:
$6,410/student
Faculty w/ adv. degree:
83%
SAT:
1226/1600
#115 USA Boarding School
School Videos (7)
Matriculation
| All graduates (2021-2023) | ||
| 17 | Cornell University | 1 + |
| 20 | University of California: Los Angeles | 1 + |
| 23 | Georgetown University | 1 + |
| 28 | New York University | 1 + |
| 42 | University of Wisconsin-Madison | 1 + |
| 49 | Northeastern University | 1 + |
| 49 | Purdue University | 1 + |
| 55 | University of Miami | 1 + |
| 57 | Penn State University Park | 1 + |
| 63 | George Washington University | 1 + |
| 83 | Michigan State University | 1 + |
| 93 | SUNY University at Buffalo | 1 + |
| 103 | University of Illinois at Chicago | 1 + |
| 136 | University of the Pacific | 1 + |
| 172 | SUNY University at Albany | 1 + |
| Chinese graduates (2020-2023) | ||
| 25 | Carnegie Mellon University | 1 |
| 28 | New York University | 6 |
| 28 | University of California: Santa Barbara | 1 |
| 34 | University of Rochester | 2 |
| 36 | University of California: Irvine | 1 |
| 38 | University of California: Davis | 5 |
| 42 | Boston University | 6 |
| 42 | Brandeis University | 1 |
| 47 | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | 1 |
| 48 | University of Georgia | 2 |
| 49 | Lehigh University | 1 |
| 49 | Northeastern University | 3 |
| 49 | Ohio State University: Columbus Campus | 1 |
| 55 | Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | 1 |
| 57 | Penn State University Park | 9 |
| 59 | Syracuse University | 6 |
| 59 | University of Washington | 1 |
| 62 | Rutgers University | 11 |
| 63 | George Washington University | 3 |
| 63 | University of Connecticut | 3 |
AP Courses
Total 32
| Biology | Calculus AB | Psychology |
| English Language and Composition | Statistics | Chemistry |
| Calculus BC | English Literature and Composition | Music Theory |
| Physics 1 | Physics 2 | United States History |
| Environmental Science | Computer Science A | Computer Science Principles |
| United States Government and Politics | World History |
AP Scores
In the year of 2021 - 2021, 28 students took
a total of 37 AP exams,
54% resulted in scores of 3+
Arts
Total
18
| Studio Art I | Studio Art II | AP Art and Design |
| Dance | Ceramics | Media Arts I |
| Media Arts II | Photography | Digital Film Making |
| Electronic Illustration | Theatre I | Theatre II |
| Stagecraft | Music History | Choir |
| Chamber Choir | Chamber Ensemble | AP Music Theory |
Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
Total
9
| Equestrian Club | Fashion Club | Knox Jam Session! |
| Mindfulness | Yoga & Meditation | Model United Nations Publications Club |
| Science Oympiads | Sports United / Student Athlete Leadership Team (S.A.L.T.) | World Cultures Club |
Data Source
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School Link
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Contact Info
| Website |
| http://www.knoxschool.org |
| Address |
| 541 Long Beach Road Saint James, NY 11780 |
| Phone Number |
| 6316861600 |
| admissions@knoxschool.org |
| State/Provience |
| New York |
Basic Info
| Year Founded |
| 1904 |
| Campus Size |
| 40 acres |
| Boarding Rate |
| 60% |
Application Info
| Deadline |
| Rolling |
| School Code |
|
TOEFL:8491 SSAT:4436 |
| Interview |
| Zoom, Skype, On Campus, Others |
| Pre Interview |
| Updating |
| Other Accepted Scores |
| iTEP, iELTS, DuoLingo |
| Year of Accepting Chinese Students |
| 1970 |
| # of Chinese Students |
| 13 |
| Grades open for Chinese Students |
| 6 -11 |
Toefl
Brief Reviews
Total 32
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4.8
/ 5
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Detailed Reviews
Total 2
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Overall
4.0 / 5 -
Academics
4.5 / 5 -
Campus
4.0 / 5 -
Student Life
3.5 / 5 -
Athletic&Art
3.0 / 5 -
Transportation
3.0 / 5
Q&A
Total 18
